An OTA Is Helping an Individual with a C5 Spinal

question 12

Multiple Choice

An OTA is helping an individual with a C5 spinal cord injury explore assistive technology for being able to live as independently as possible. Due to the severity of the condition, the OTA is aware that the client will need high-tech assistive technology. Which of the following would best fit this criterion?

• A) Doorknobs modified to door handles for opening
• B) Large remote-activated stereo and television
• C) Switch-activated environmental aids, including smart-home options
• D) A smartphone

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